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Get Access To All JobsOur mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary
Vail Resorts seeks an experienced corporate attorney to serve as Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel – Corporate. Reporting to the VP, Associate General Counsel, this leader will provide strategic legal counsel across the Company’s public company governance, securities and disclosure, entity management, commercial contracting, corporate finance, and strategic transaction activities. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, agile leader committed to high-quality work and a positive culture that advances the Company’s mission of Experience of a Lifetime.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $225,000 - $250,000 + Annual Bonus + Equity
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities
- Strategic corporate legal leadership. Serve as a trusted advisor on corporate, securities, governance, financing, contracting, and other high-impact matters. Lead and develop attorneys and paraprofessionals, set priorities, manage outside counsel, and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture.
- Public company governance, securities, and disclosure. Oversee the Company’s corporate governance, securities compliance, and public company reporting programs, including Board and committee support; the annual governance calendar and Annual Meeting of Stockholders; SEC and NYSE filings and requirements; disclosure controls and disclosure committee processes; Insider Trading Compliance Program, Regulation FD, Rule 10b5-1, and Section 16 compliance; D&O insurance; and legal oversight of ESG, sustainability, human capital, and cybersecurity disclosures.
- Commercial contracting. Oversee the Company’s commercial contracting function and provide practical, business-oriented counsel on significant customer, supplier, technology, professional services, licensing, procurement, and other commercial arrangements. Lead a risk-based contracting framework, including templates, playbooks, approval and escalation standards, and efficient intake and workflow processes; lead or support negotiation of complex and high-risk agreements; and partner with business leaders and subject-matter experts to balance commercial objectives with legal, privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and operational risk.
- Corporate finance, entity governance, and strategic transactions. Advise on credit facilities, indentures, debt financings, dividends, share repurchases, and related approvals; support strategic transactions; and oversee entity and subsidiary governance across the United States, Canada, Australia, and other jurisdictions in coordination with Legal Shared Services and external advisors.
- Enterprise partnership and continuous improvement. Partner across Finance, Investor Relations, Accounting, Internal Audit, Information Security, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and the business to identify and mitigate legal risk, translate legal requirements into practical business guidance, and improve governance, disclosure, and contracting practices through training, disciplined processes, technology, and responsible use of AI. Promote the Company’s and Legal’s mission, values, and standards and perform other assigned duties, including periodic travel.
Job Requirements:
- JD from accredited law school and active state bar license required, with ability to be admitted to the Colorado state bar or obtain Colorado single-client certification;
- 10+ years of relevant corporate experience in-house or at a law firm, with significant experience in public company governance and securities law and in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements;
- Expertise in public company reporting, Board and committee support, securities compliance, Delaware corporate law, fiduciary duties, and charter and bylaw interpretation, together with strong commercial judgment and experience overseeing a risk-based contracting program;
- Demonstrated success managing attorneys and other professionals and implementing change through training, policies, and counseling;
- Proficiency with Board, SEC filing, and disclosure-management platforms, such as BoardVantage, Workiva, EDGAR, and NYSE Listing Manager;
- Strong financial and business acumen, including experience supporting Finance, managing outside counsel, and overseeing budgets;
- Strong executive presence and interpersonal skills sufficient to earn the trust of leaders, employees, and directors;
- Strong judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and urgent matters calmly and tactfully; and
- High integrity and commitment to ethical standards, teamwork, growth, enthusiasm, humility, humor, and fun.
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $225,000 - $250,000 + Annual Bonus + Equity. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 518737
Reference Date: 11/07/2026
Job Code Function: Counsel
Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary
Vail Resorts seeks an experienced corporate attorney to serve as Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel – Corporate. Reporting to the VP, Associate General Counsel, this leader will provide strategic legal counsel across the Company’s public company governance, securities and disclosure, entity management, commercial contracting, corporate finance, and strategic transaction activities. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, agile leader committed to high-quality work and a positive culture that advances the Company’s mission of Experience of a Lifetime.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $225,000 - $250,000 + Annual Bonus + Equity
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities
- Strategic corporate legal leadership. Serve as a trusted advisor on corporate, securities, governance, financing, contracting, and other high-impact matters. Lead and develop attorneys and paraprofessionals, set priorities, manage outside counsel, and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture.
- Public company governance, securities, and disclosure. Oversee the Company’s corporate governance, securities compliance, and public company reporting programs, including Board and committee support; the annual governance calendar and Annual Meeting of Stockholders; SEC and NYSE filings and requirements; disclosure controls and disclosure committee processes; Insider Trading Compliance Program, Regulation FD, Rule 10b5-1, and Section 16 compliance; D&O insurance; and legal oversight of ESG, sustainability, human capital, and cybersecurity disclosures.
- Commercial contracting. Oversee the Company’s commercial contracting function and provide practical, business-oriented counsel on significant customer, supplier, technology, professional services, licensing, procurement, and other commercial arrangements. Lead a risk-based contracting framework, including templates, playbooks, approval and escalation standards, and efficient intake and workflow processes; lead or support negotiation of complex and high-risk agreements; and partner with business leaders and subject-matter experts to balance commercial objectives with legal, privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and operational risk.
- Corporate finance, entity governance, and strategic transactions. Advise on credit facilities, indentures, debt financings, dividends, share repurchases, and related approvals; support strategic transactions; and oversee entity and subsidiary governance across the United States, Canada, Australia, and other jurisdictions in coordination with Legal Shared Services and external advisors.
- Enterprise partnership and continuous improvement. Partner across Finance, Investor Relations, Accounting, Internal Audit, Information Security, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and the business to identify and mitigate legal risk, translate legal requirements into practical business guidance, and improve governance, disclosure, and contracting practices through training, disciplined processes, technology, and responsible use of AI. Promote the Company’s and Legal’s mission, values, and standards and perform other assigned duties, including periodic travel.
Job Requirements:
- JD from accredited law school and active state bar license required, with ability to be admitted to the Colorado state bar or obtain Colorado single-client certification;
- 10+ years of relevant corporate experience in-house or at a law firm, with significant experience in public company governance and securities law and in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements;
- Expertise in public company reporting, Board and committee support, securities compliance, Delaware corporate law, fiduciary duties, and charter and bylaw interpretation, together with strong commercial judgment and experience overseeing a risk-based contracting program;
- Demonstrated success managing attorneys and other professionals and implementing change through training, policies, and counseling;
- Proficiency with Board, SEC filing, and disclosure-management platforms, such as BoardVantage, Workiva, EDGAR, and NYSE Listing Manager;
- Strong financial and business acumen, including experience supporting Finance, managing outside counsel, and overseeing budgets;
- Strong executive presence and interpersonal skills sufficient to earn the trust of leaders, employees, and directors;
- Strong judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and urgent matters calmly and tactfully; and
- High integrity and commitment to ethical standards, teamwork, growth, enthusiasm, humility, humor, and fun.
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $225,000 - $250,000 + Annual Bonus + Equity. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 518737
Reference Date: 11/07/2026
Job Code Function: Counsel
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Document your specialty occupation case early
Director General titles vary widely across sectors. Pull your O*NET profile to confirm the role maps to a recognized specialty occupation, then gather transcripts and job description language showing a direct nexus between your degree field and your executive duties.
Target organizations with established LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for senior executive and director-level roles, so you're approaching organizations already familiar with the H-1B specialty occupation documentation process for C-suite positions.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Director General roles typically fall under wage Level III or IV. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location before negotiations finalize so your offered salary meets DOL certification requirements without last-minute restructuring.
Clarify PERM eligibility with your employer upfront
If your long-term goal is a green card, ask whether the employer has conducted PERM labor certifications for senior leadership roles. Country-of-birth backlogs for EB-2 and EB-3 categories can extend timelines significantly, and your employer needs to understand that before committing to sponsorship.
Align your credential equivalency documentation to U.S. standards
If your degree was awarded outside the U.S., obtain a formal equivalency evaluation from a NACES-member credential evaluator. USCIS requires this for H-1B petitions, and a Director General title paired with a foreign doctorate or master's must be clearly mapped to a U.S. equivalent.
Distinguish your role from general management when filing
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Director General position is a true specialty occupation or a broad management role. Your employer's I-129 petition should include an organization chart, a duty breakdown showing field-specific expertise required, and third-party support letters reinforcing the technical degree requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director General role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined and what degree it requires. If the position demands a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, such as public policy, international relations, or engineering, it can qualify. Generic executive management roles that accept any degree often fail the specialty occupation test at USCIS, so the job description must be tightly written.
What visa types are realistic for a Director General seeking U.S. sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if the role meets specialty occupation criteria. EB-1C (multinational manager or executive) is an option for candidates transferring from an overseas affiliate to a U.S. parent or subsidiary. L-1A is available for intracompany transferees. O-1A applies if you have extraordinary ability in your field. Each has different employer filing requirements and timelines.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to sponsor a Director General?
Browse Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with verified sponsorship history for senior executive and director-level roles. Organizations in sectors like international development, defense contracting, multilateral agencies, and large nonprofits are more accustomed to sponsoring foreign nationals at this level than typical private-sector companies.
Will my overseas Director General experience count toward H-1B eligibility?
Yes, relevant work experience can support your H-1B petition, particularly if your degree field doesn't perfectly match the role. USCIS applies a three-to-one equivalency rule, where three years of specialized work experience can substitute for one year of education. However, the experience must be in a directly related specialty, documented with detailed employer letters.
Is a Director General role more likely to face an H-1B RFE than other positions?
Senior executive titles receive heightened scrutiny because USCIS looks for evidence the role requires a specific degree, not just experience or broad leadership ability. Petitions for Director General positions should include an organizational chart, a detailed duties list emphasizing technical or specialized knowledge, and documentation that the employer routinely requires the specific degree for this position.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director General jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.